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Upper Frypan Lake Outpost

Canadian Fly-In Outposts

Upper Frypan Lake, Ontario — Near Emo, ON

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Max Guests 6
Access fly-in
Pricing $$

About This Outpost

Only cabin on the lake — Complete privacy
A fly-in outpost carved from the rugged Canadian Shield. The 3-bedroom cabin with full indoor bath and flush toilet sits on a dark-water lake with 3 portage lakes accessible via short marked trails. Only cabin on the lake. Accommodates up to 6 guests. 40 miles north of the air base. Conservation rules apply. Eat fish onsite, no take-home.

Accommodations

Lodging Type
cabin
Max Guests
6
Bedrooms
3
Amenities
Running Water: Yes
Shower: Yes
Sink: Yes
Toilet: flush
Satellite phones available (pre-order)

Other: Boats and motors at portage lakes; stocked motor shed with nets, minnow buckets, lifejackets; shed filled with seasoned firewood; bagged ice available; pre-order groceries, alcohol and bait

Fish Species

walleye

Portage Lakes: Yes - walleye, pike, smallmouth bass (3 lakes)

About Us   Boats & Equipment

Boats Included
3
Gas Included
Yes

Lake Information

Carved out of the rugged Canadian Shield. Dark-water lake with 3 inlets and one outlet. Has 3 portage lakes accessible via a short 3-minute walk through marked, cleared trails, each with a boat and motor waiting. 4 lakes total to fish. Only cabin on the lake.

Lake Name
Upper Frypan Lake
Province
Ontario, Northwestern Ontario
Water Clarity
Dark/stained
Lake Structure
3 inlets, 1 outlet, moving water; rocky reefs, weed beds; 3 portage lakes via short marked trails
Fishing Pressure
Conservation rules apply; eat fish onsite, no take-home

Meals & Services

Meal Plan
Housekeeping
Meals Included
No
Guide Service
not available

Reviews & Reputation

Review Highlights

Canadian Fly-In Outposts operates fly-in cabin packages on remote lakes including Krooked, Entwine, and Upper Frypan Lake. Guests fly out from Clearwater Lake on a separate flight service. Guest feedback is positive, particularly on cabin quality. One guest who visited for a moose hunt called the cabin the nicest they had stayed in on any fly-in trip. The cabin has solar power with a backup generator, a gas stove, a water heater, and a wood stove, along with strong scenic views.

There are a few practical points to know. The fly-in service is handled separately from the outfitter itself, so guests have limited control over that portion of the trip. Costs beyond the base cabin rate are not bundled in. These include fishing licenses, groceries, bait, and possibly fuel or float plane fees. The outfitter has a hosted option, but reviewers say the starting bid for that option was the same as standard rates, with no discount.

This destination suits self-sufficient outdoors people (hunters, anglers, or small groups) who are comfortable managing their own food and supplies in a remote setting and who prioritize cabin comfort and lake access over guided or all-inclusive service.

What's Included

Included

Fully equipped cabin, boats and motors, fuel, flight to and from base. Food package optional at $60/day/person (groups 2-3) or $50/day/person (groups 4-12).

Not Included

Fishing licence, personal gear, groceries/beverages (unless food package ordered), applicable taxes. Deposit of $400 per person required.

Getting There

Access: fly-in

Air Base: Emo, ON

Flight Distance: 40 miles

Season & Booking

Minimum Stay: 3 days

Location

Map preview of the lake and surrounding area

Contact

Canadian Fly-In Outposts
Emo, Ontario

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